- Primary_Position: Left Midfielder
- Secondary_Positions: LW, CAM, RM, RW
- Age: 26
- Height_CM: 178
- Weight_KG: 72
- Nationality: Portuguese
- Preferred_Foot: Right
- Contract_Expires: 2026-12-31
- Market_Value_USD: 5000000
- Previous_Club: FC Porto B
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.1/10¶
STRENGTHS:¶
- Elite passer: 85.6% accuracy (MLS avg: 78%)
- Good dribbler: 66.3% success rate
- Creative: 2.3 key passes per 90
- Quality first touch: 7.3/10 rating
WEAKNESSES:¶
- Limited goalscorer: 0.15 per 90
- Shot accuracy needs improvement: 42.8%
- Underperforms xG slightly
VERDICT:¶
- Strong technical foundation. Best asset is passing range and creativity. Needs to improve finishing to reach elite level.
PHYSICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.2/10¶
STRENGTHS:¶
- Excellent endurance: 10.52 km per 90
- High work rate: 54.6 HI runs per 90
- Maintains performance in 2nd half (positive stamina indicator)
- Good acceleration: 7.5/10 rating
WEAKNESSES:¶
- Weak aerially: 35.6% success (MLS avg: 42%)
- Can be out-muscled: 6.0/10 strength
- Average ground duel success: 52.2%
VERDICT:¶
- Good athlete with standout endurance. Covers ground well and maintains intensity. Physical presence is a weakness - can be dominated by stronger opponents.
TACTICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.3/10¶
STRENGTHS:¶
- Versatile - effective in 5 positions
- Good positioning awareness: 6.7/10
- High work rate defensively: 7.0/10
- Makes intelligent off-ball runs
WEAKNESSES:¶
- Decision-making can improve: 7.0/10
- Limited defensive output: 0.74 tackles/90
- Pressing could be more effective: 32.7%
VERDICT:¶
- Tactically sound player who understands his role. Best in LM/LW positions. Needs to improve defensive contribution and decision-making in final third.
PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.6/10¶
STRENGTHS:¶
- Excellent discipline: 7.3/10 rating
- Consistent performer: 7.3/10 avg
- Handles pressure well: 7.1/10
- Strong composure: 7.6/10
- Growing confidence: -0.017 increase per match
WEAKNESSES:¶
- Performance variance needs reduction
- Occasional frustration when losing
- Mental fatigue visible late season
VERDICT:¶
- Mentally strong player with professional attitude. Excellent disciplinary record. Consistency is good but can improve. Handles big games well. Confidence growing - positive trajectory.
PAGE 6: MATCH-BY-MATCH BREAKDOWN¶
OVERALL RATING: 7.3/10¶
RECOMMENDATION: BUY¶
PLAYER PROFILE¶
Creative midfielder with excellent passing and work rate.¶
Versatile across multiple positions in attacking midfield.¶
BEST FIT¶
- Possession-based teams (60%+ possession)
- Systems: 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1 (wide player)
- Teams needing creative ball progression
- Mid-table to upper-mid-table clubs
MARKET VALUE¶
- Current Valuation: $5,000,000
- Fair Range: $4M - $6M
- Recommended Offer: $4.5M - $5.5M
RISK ASSESSMENT¶
- Age Risk: LOW (26, entering prime)
- Injury Risk: LOW (good history)
- Adaptation Risk: LOW (proven in MLS)
- Overall Risk: LOW
STRENGTHS SUMMARY¶
- Elite passer (85.6% accuracy)
- Excellent discipline (1 yellow in 25 games)
- High work rate (10.52 km per 90)
- Versatile positioning
- Consistent performer (7.3/10 avg)
WEAKNESSES SUMMARY¶
- Limited goalscorer (0.15 per 90)
- Weak aerially (35.6% success)
- Can be out-muscled physically
- Decision-making needs refinement
FINAL VERDICT¶
Quality MLS-level creative midfielder who excels in ball progression and link-up play. Best utilized in possession-dominant systems where technical quality is prioritized over physicality. Age 26 suggests room for growth.
At $5M valuation, represents good value for teams seeking reliable creativity from wide areas or central midfield. Low risk profile due to proven MLS experience.
APPROVED FOR RECRUITMENT¶
Report compiled by: Jacob Farrington
Date: January 29, 2026
Contact: jtsfarrington@gmail.com